I listen now "religiously" to the real estate and buissness biggerpockets podcasts, but always wonder to what extent might some things apply here (in spain)...So there, that's my self introduction to the forums (following dr Turner's orders on taking action...).

After nearly 2 years of religiously consuming BP content, I'm excited to finally introduce myself and post about my first deal. 

. - So this is kind of tricky, due to religious beliefs i'm limited to Islamic financing which this lender is the most competitive thus far* What about water/sewer, lawn care/snow removal, any other house utilities?

Do this religiously! 

My interest in US RE was awakened back in 2008 during our road-trip through Florida when my wife and I travelled to the US for the first time.

@John Warren I was worried that some people might be bothered by the occasional traffic or just the vicinity to a religious institution.

Well, religious feelings aside, these are essentially the 7 strongest motivators behind all human bahavior, and 7 powerful keys to persuasion... which as we all know is the key to getting what you want in life and business.So as a little hopefully helpful tip for your marketing, why not try this approach to your bullets... the 7 deadly bullets.

I am talking specifically to you, RLC Investor Group out of Memphis, TN, as well as all other telemarketers.First, let me explain why I am p*ssed off: On a Monday in August, at 0604 hrs (that’s 6:04am,) my 79-year-old relative was awakened when her home phone rang.Unfortunately, once she speedily - thinking it was a family emergency - reached the phone, she was met with the dial tone.

You're renting out a room in your house and want something better than a young, single, religious, employed international?

If you are an out of state investor utilizing property management and not factoring at least 15 or 20% overall for their services, you are in for a rude awakening.